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Norwich learning centre supporting more than 3,500 young people to achieve ambitions

A learning centre in Norwich has supported more than 3,500 young people in West Earlham to achieve their ambitions.

Nobel laureate and UEA graduate offers hope for the future of medicine

An upcoming UEA lecture will see Nobel laureate Sir Michael Houghton reflect on vaccine challenges, evolving treatments, and the future of healthcare.

UEA places in UK top 20 for work experience

The Higherin ‘Top Universities for Work Experience 2026-2027' rankings, announced today, placed UEA as 17th overall and top in the East of England.

Scientists discover surprising new way to control light

UEA scientists have uncovered a hidden property of light that allows it to twist, spin and behave differently - without mirrors, materials or special lenses.

UEA’s grant and funding success – April 2026

Discover the latest research and funding grant successes happening within the University of East Anglia.

Career‑shaping opportunity as UEA and Marsh open doors for future insurance professionals

Business students at the University of East Anglia (UEA) are gaining valuable experience and industry skills through a growing partnership with Marsh, one of the world’s leading US insurance brokers.

Universities and employers unite to tackle East Anglia’s future skills gap

The University of East Anglia (UEA) hosted a Future Jobs roundtable focused on how higher education institutions can better prepare graduates with the skills local employers need to grow and compete.

Chris Packham visits UEA for Norfolk Wildlife Trust event

Broadcaster and naturalist Chris Packham visited UEA this week for an event held to celebrate 100 years of Norfolk Wildlife Trust.

Q&A with a Paramedic Science student: Libby’s time working at the Norfolk Fire and Rescue Service

Libby Flower, a third-year Paramedic Science student at UEA, recently undertook an elective placement at the Norfolk Fire and Rescue Service (NFRS) as part of her studies. Here is everything she learnt during her time there.

One in three NHS heart scans ‘fail’ but new research shows which patients are most at risk

Thousands of patients sent for vital heart scans may be undergoing unnecessary first-line tests that fail to deliver clear answers – according to new research from the University of East Anglia.

New Sainsbury Centre season explores human existence with ‘What is the Meaning of Life?’

The new season, which will examine the fundamental questions of human existence, will be launching at the Sainsbury Centre this May.

From campus quiz nights to Quizified: UEA couple create daily brain‑boosting app

Finding both love for each other and quizzing during their time on campus, two University of East Anglia graduates have created an app to boost general knowledge with a daily quiz challenge.

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